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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: You’re Hired!

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: You’re Hired!

It’s been a rough year on so many people because of this pandemic. One of the main impacts has been job loss. But now it looks like the pandemic might eventually mean more jobs to choose from. Which could be good news for you if you recently lost your job.

This new study says companies are now three times more willing to hire people to work remotely from anywhere in the country. That definitely gives you way more options. Good luck out there.

 

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Does It Get Dark Earlier Now?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Does It Get Dark Earlier Now?

Every since last weekend when we turned the clocks back you’ve probably noticed that it’s getting dark much earlier now. Maybe even before you eat dinner! It’s the worst. But why exactly does this even happen?

The reason is “a tilted axis”. When you look at planet earth from space it’s a big sphere, but it’s not a straight big sphere. It’s actually tilted. Roughly about 23.5 degrees on an axis. Because of that tilt it maks the Earth revolve in a way that is not perpendicular to the sun. As the Earth turns parts of it tilt towards the sun while other parts tilt away.

In the summer months the top of the Earth tilts and faces the sun which gives us those glorious long days of sunlight. In the winter (now) it switches and the Northern Hemisphere points away from the sun giving us shorter days and that dreaded early darkness.

So there you go, you can blame the Earth’s tilted axis for these short days.

 

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The Helium Experiment

The Helium Experiment

Anna told Raven you couldn’t get the helium out of this type of balloon, so Raven had Anna put that theory to the test…was she right?!

Things to Know Thursday November 5th

Things to Know Thursday November 5th

ESPN cutting 300 jobs, citing pandemic impact CT Post

FD: High-pressure gas line ruptured on Johnson Street in Bridgeport CT Post

CT attorney general sues to revoke pensions of Perez, Dunn for ‘violating the public trust’ CT Post

Gov. to announce rapid coronavirus test program for CT schools WFSB

Another 751,000 Americans filed for unemployment benefits last week WFSB

2,100 gas customers in Derby, Ansonia see service restored after massive outage WFSB

Denmark finds covid strain that might hamper vaccine effort The Hour

Darien High goes full remote Thursday due to COVID-19 case The Hour

Police: Bridgeport man accused of high-end bicycle theft spree Stamford Advocate

No job losses as Massachusetts firm acquires Stamford IT company Stamford Advocate

The Anna & Raven Show: Election Day or Election Week?

The Anna & Raven Show: Election Day or Election Week?

Thursday November 5th, 2020
There was no way this election was gonna go happen without controversy, and the latest is Sharpie Gate!  People in Arizona are protesting that their ballots weren’t counted because they were given a sharpie to vote with, instead of a pen.  Crazy conspiracy, or do they have a “point”.  Get it? (00:00)

Anna’s uncle was obsessed with the election for months but couldn’t decide who to vote for.  So when the time came to vote, he didn’t, and he said it was because of COVID!  Anna’s not buying it.  Have you used the virus as an excuse to not do something?  Anna and Raven share their covid excuses and take calls. (3:12)
Who doesn’t know where their local liquor store is?  If you’re stress drinking because of the election, but you didn’t know where the closest liquor store is, that’s all Anna needs to know about you.  Also, Raven goes through a catalog from Gwyneth Paltrow’s company Goop.  Selections include a Vulva coloring book, and a lamp made entirely of bread! (9:55)

Anna’s daughter Hayden said that the runner up in the presidential election should just become the Vice President.  Turns out, some of the Founding Fathers’ agreed with her!  Raven (with the help of Wikipedia) breaks down the history behind the rules of Presidential races.  (13:25)
Who doesn’t love a nice five ‘clock shadow on a guy?  Turns out, voters don’t.  Have you noticed that no recent Presidents’ have had facial hair?  There’s a reason, and Anna gets to bottom of it.  (16:36)

Election Day (week?) is the time to bust out your big American Flag!  But did you know that there are rules for how big a flag is supposed to be?  Hint:  It depends on the size of the Flagpole.  Wait, that doesn’t sound right… (20:21)

Ok, look, the Kanye thing was funny for a little while but 60,000 votes!?  That could’ve made the difference in some of these electoral races!  Anna and Raven talk about what states voted for Kanye, and how they resisted the temptation to do the same. (24:17)
Couples Court:  Joe and Bree are planning their wedding! Joe’s sister is covered in tattoos, a nose ring, and ear gauges. Bree thinks it would be best to refrain from asking her to be in the bridal party since the dresses are strapless and it doesn’t seem to be her “thing”. Joe says they have to ask her sister, it’s hurtful not to! Whose side are you on? (27:40)

Taylor takes her shot at $3,100!  Does she have what it takes to beat Raven?  Would you have gotten that question about Beyonce? (35:17)
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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Paul Rudd Does His Part To Put Smiles On Faces Of Voters

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: Paul Rudd Does His Part To Put Smiles On Faces Of Voters

No matter who you voted for in the Presidential Election I think we can all agree it’s been a stressful time for everyone. It didn’t make it easier with all the long lines at the polls and some early voters having to wait in the rain, cold, and other elements.

That’s why actor Paul Rudd decided to show up in Brooklyn at the Barclay’s Center polling place and hand out homemade cookies to voters waiting line and on their way out after voting. Not just any cookies either. individually-wrapped blueberry and cream cookies. Which sound amazing, by the way.

A delicious cookie treat is what we all need right about now. Thank you, Paul Rudd.

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Is Tin Foil Only Shiny On One Side?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why Is Tin Foil Only Shiny On One Side?

You’ve used it a million times for baking, grilling, storing food, keeping things hot. But why is only 1 side of tin foil shiny?!

According the the experts at Reynolds, there is not really a big difference between the two sides. The reason for the dull side and shiny side has to do with how the product is manufactured.

No matter which side is it they both do the job when it comes to keeping those leftovers in the fridge or keeping those fries warm out of the air fryer. The only time it DOES make a difference is if you buy the “Non-stick” Reynolds foil which has a protective coating on one side. If you’re using that they suggest only placing food on the side marked “non-stick” for maximum efficiency.

Happy cooking!

 

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Jennifer & Crew VS Raven

Jennifer & Crew VS Raven

The jackpot is the highest it has ever been and continues to climb with every victory from Raven! Check out today’s close game and let us know if you would have gotten all five of these pop culture questions right!

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